Dr. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman

Assistant Professor

Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Asia Pacific

Full Name

Designation

Assistant Professor

Email

towfiq@uap-bd.edu

Phone

+8801886922110

Academic Qualification

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Visible Light Communication)
Department of Electrical and Computer System Engineering (ECSE),
School of Engineering, Monash University, Australia.

Master of Science in Communication Engineering (By Research),
Department of Electrical and Computer engineering (ECE)
Faculty of Engineering, International Islamic University, Malaysia (IIUM)

Master of Business Administration,
Department of Business Administration
International Islamic University, Chittagong (IIUC)

Bachelor in Computer Science and Engineering,
Department of CSE, International Islamic University, Chittagong, Bangladesh (IIUC).

Course Conducted

CSE 6307: Computer Communication and Networks
MCS 6010:Advanced topics in Computer Networks
MCSE 6007: Advanced topics in Data Communications
MCS 6008: Information system Project Management
CSE 6311: Fiber Optic Communication system
MCSE 6000: Thesis MCSE
CSE 101: Introduction to Computer Science & Programming Methodology
CSE 102: Lab. Introduction to Computer Sc. & Programming Methodology
CST 103: Fundamentals of Computer Science and Information Technology
CSE 206: Data Structures Lab
CSE 208: Algorithms Lab
CSE 209: Digital Logic & System Design
CSE 210: Digital Logic & System Design Lab
CSE 303: Data Communications
CSE 304: Data Communications Lab
CSE 319:Computer Networks
CSE 320:Computer Networks Lab
BUS 401: Business and Entrepreneurship
BUS 402: Lab: Business and Entrepreneurship
CSE 400: Thesis/Project

Towards a Gigabit Class Visible Light Communication (PhD)Performance Evaluation of Different Modulation Techniques in Optical OFDM (Msc)

Early detection of chronic Kidney disease (CKD) using Machine Learning Model. (MCSE Thesis)
5G Enable Visible Light Communication Technology for Smart Campus Network (MCSE Thesis).
Design and Performance Analysis of a Hybrid Visible Light Underwater Communication System using Optisystem (MCSE Thesis).
Performance Evaluation using Different Fiber Bragg Grating for High-Speed Optical Communication with ML Possibilities (MCSE Thesis).
Au (gold)/MoSO2/ TiO2 coated Highly sensitive biosensor for alcohol sensing application using Photonic Crystal Fiber (MCSE Thesis).
High Speed Bi-Directional Hybrid WDM-PON System with 40/40 Gbps for better coverage (MCSE Thesis).
Design of Fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) integrated Networks Using OFDM-GPON for 5G transmission (MCSE Thesis).
Integration of Optical and Free Space Optics network architecture for High-Speed Communication in adverse weather using suitable Optical Bands (B.sc thesis).
Inter Vehicle Visible Light Communication Using Platooning Algorithm for Intelligent Transport System (B.sc thesis).
Drone Technology Incorporated to Survey the Agriculture Field and pest control (B.sc thesis).
Energy efficient wireless Charging Station for agriculture Drone (B. Sc thesis).
Link Capacity Performance of Inter-satellite Optical Wireless Communication (IsOWC) using multi-modulation techniques from LEO to GEO Orbitals (B. Sc thesis).
13. Enhancing Intelligent Transportation Systems: Real-Time V2V and V2I Communication for Autonomous Vehicle Coordination and Traffic Signal Management (B. Sc thesis).
14. Implementation of V2V communication for traffic route rationing (B. Sc thesis).
15. Cyberattacks on automated V2V communication in intelligent transportation system: A simulation-based approach (B. Sc thesis).

Assistsant Professor
University of Asia Pacific
Department of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)
August 2021- Present

Adjunct Faculty
Northern University Bangladesh
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE)
November 2020- June 2021

Teaching Staff, Electrical engineering, Monash University
January 2017- July 2020

Research Assistant,
Photonics Research Centre (PRC)
University Malaya, Malaysia
From November 2014 - March 2016

Lab Tutor and Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Engineering,
International Islamic University Malaysia
From June 2013 - December 2015

Admin Executive, Ayyat International Management (AIM), Center of Continuing Education
International Islamic University Malaysia
From December 2011 - March 2012

WiMAX Installation Engineer,
QUBEE (Augere Wireless Broadband)
From September 2009 – March 2010

Assistant Network Engineer, (RF)
Agni Systems Limited
From July 2008 – August 2009

Part-Time Lecturer of Computer Science Department
Ali Newaz Khan College
From January 2006 – December 2006

Experiences on Outcome-Based Education (OBE) Curriculum Development
1. Memberof OBE Document Preparation Committee for IEB Team Visit, (CO, PO, and PEO mapping), Department of CSE, UAP (2024-25)

2. SAR Criterions 9 team members: Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), - Preparing softcopy, hard copy, and folders of the CQI file, Collecting relevant documents from different sources and the SAR

3. Memberof Curriculum Committee of the submitted M.Sc. in Cyber Security Program (OBE syllabus) under the Dept. of CSE, UAP (2024)

4. Memberof Syllabus Upgradation pf UG-CSE Following BAETE Manual 2020 (which is activated from Spring 2023)

5. Member, of Curriculum (OBE based)Committee of the current M.Sc. in CSE Program under the Dept. of CSE, UAP (2023)

6. Participated in a workshop on “Attainment of Course and Program Outcomes,” aimed at enhancing our understanding and implementation of outcome-based education practices, organized by IQAC, UAP on 6th May 2025.

7. Participated in the “Workshop on BAETE Accreditation for Computer Science and Engineering Programs” organized by UIU and IEEE CS BDC held on 20 October 2023.

8. Participated in a workshop on "Practicing OBE and Course File Maintaining" for the faculty members of the CSE Department, UAP on Thursday, 22 December 2022

9. Participated in a workshop on “Working Session on OBE and CEP” on 12 January, 2023 organized by the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at the University of Asia Pacific (UAP).

10. Participated in a seminar titled “Importance of Maintaining Course File: Reflection of Regular OBE Practice,” on 4 June 2025, UAPImproving Learning and Teaching System

Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking 2022 by Ghoori Learning.Cyber security Industry Concept, 2022 by EH Academy.Computer Forensics InvestigationTraining for Optisystem and Optical communication simulation at IIUM, 2013.Professional Courses on TV Broadcast Engineering from CMP (Centre for Media Professional)Set up & configure Radio Device like Access Point, Customer Premises Equipment (Aperto-100,200 PacketWave, Motorola 3.5GHz. from Agni systemComputer networking (Cisco Certification - CCNA) course completed from PRAXIS Training & Technology.

IEEE Student Member: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

IEEE Communication Society, Member
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), Member
IEB Life Fellow (Computer): The Institute of Engineers, Bangladesh
Engineers Australia: Engineers Australia (Monash University Student Society)
TPC Member of International Telecommunication Networks and Applications Conference (ITNAC), Australia.

IT & Networking
Optical communication
Visible light communication
Radio over fiber
Fiber Sensors
Photonics research
Semiconductor device (LED)
Nano Materials modeling
IoT applications
Smart and Green Energy-efficient technologies.

Article in Journals:

1. Junaidi Akbar, Ramona Dyah Safitri, Desiyanna Lasut, Jacob F. N. Dethan, Jingjie Yeo, A. S. M. Bakibillah, M. T. Rahman, "Modeling and Analysis of Irradiation Level Photovoltaic MPPT using P&O Algorithm for Efficient Battery Charging", Electric Power Systems Research, 25/7/2025 (ISI Index-Q1)

2. Sikder, Prokash, M. T. Rahman, and A. S. M. Bakibillah. "Advancements and Challenges of Visible Light Communication in Intelligent Transportation Systems: A Comprehensive Review." In Photonics, vol. 12, no. 3, p. 225. MDPI AG, 2025.

3. M T Rahman, ASM Baki billah, Rajendran Parthiban, Masuduzzaman Bakaul, “A Review of Advanced Techniques for Multi-Gigabit Visible Light Communication”, IET Optoelectronics, (ISI Index), July, 2020

4. M T Rahman, Rajendran Parthiban, “Modeling and analysis of multi-channel gigabit class CWDM-VLC system”, “Optics Communication”, (ISI Index), @Elsevier December, 2019

5. H. Ahmada, M T Rahmana, S.N.A Sakeha, M.Z.A. Razaka and M.Z. Zulkiflia,” Humidity sensor based on Microfiber Resonator with Reduced Graphene Oxide” to OPTIK (ISI Index), @Elsevier December, 2015

6. H. Ahmad, M T Rahman, M.J. Faruki, Saaidal R. Azzuhri, M.F Ismail, N.M.S Shah, M.Z.A Razak, “Graphene Oxide (GO) based wideband optical polarizer using a non-adiabatic microfiber”, Journal of Modern optics (ISI Index), 2016

7. M T Rahman, Rajendran Parthiban, Masuduzzaman Bakaul, “FDTD Analysis of GaN/InGaN Based MQWs LEDs with Nano-lens”, under review “Optics Latters”, (ISI Index), @Elsevier August, 2020

8. M.T Rahman, F.A.A. Rashid, H. Ahmad*, Saaidal R. Azzuhri, M.J. Faruki, M.Z.A Razak, “Dual-wavelength ytterbium-doped fiber lasers using Microfiber and D-shaped polished fiber”, submitted to OPTIK (ISI Index), Dec-2015

9. Jasim Ahmed,Mohd Yamani Idris, Saaidal Razalli Azzuhri, Muhammad Farris, M T Rahman, Noor Issa, , “Energy-Efficient Wireless Sensor Network with an Unequal Clustering Protocol Based on a Balanced Energy Method (EEUCB)” Sensors (ISI Index) @IEEE , August, 2021

10. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, Md. Rajibul Islam, "Comparing Optical Properties of GaN/InGaN Based LEDs Using Different MQWs and SO2 Nano Lenses", International Journal of Microwave and Optical Technology (Scopus Index), May, 2022

11. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, Md. Rajibul Islam, "Analysis of FSO and Optical Fiber Based Hybrid Network Using High Speed WDM Transmission”, International Journal of Microwave and Optical Technology (Scopus Index), May,2022.

12. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman1*, Mushfiqur Rahman2, Md. Miraj Hossain, and Md. Shahed Hossain Chowdhury, "Integration of Optical and Free Space Optics Network Architecture for High-Speed Communication in Adverse Weather using suitable Optical Bands", "International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Research", Volume 11, Issue 2,2023 (Scopus Index).

13. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman*, Shah Murtaza Rashid Al Masud, Tasnim Sabiha, Mushfiqur Rahman, "Performance Evaluation Using Different Fiber Bragg Grating for High-Speed Optical Communication", International Journal of Microwave and Optical Technology (Scopus Index), VOL.18, NO.4, JULY 2023

14. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman1, Rajendran Parthiban2, Masud Bakaul3,"A Novel Hybrid ROF-VLC System Combining 5G mmWave and CWDM Grid", "Indonesian Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science",2023 (Scopus Index)

15. Ratin Dev, Dhruba Doti, Sararah Mahjabin, Seyama Sultana, Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman (2023). Effect of Managerial Motivational Factor on Employee Performance in the ICT of Bangladesh. Saudi J Eng Technol, 8(6): 127-145.

16. Kamal Hossain, Roni Ahmed, Md. Asadul Haque Muahmmad Towfiqur Rahman,” A Review of Digital FIR Filter Design in Communication Systems”, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), V.10, Issue-2, 2021, DOI: 10.21275/SR21221133619

17. M T Rahman, Khaizuran Abdullah, N.H Khan, M.S.Jamil, Md. Rafiqul Islam, “Effect of Modulation Technique in Mach-Zehnder Modulator (MZM) in Optical OFDM system”, International Journal of Computer Networks and Wireless Communications,(IJCNWC), Vol. 4 No.4,page-257, July-Aug 2014

18. MT Rahman, R Ahmed, K Hossain, A Haque, R Ahmed, N Sultana, "Assessment of WDM Based RoF Passive Optical Network", Saudi Journal of Engineering Technol 7 (6), 290-298, June 2022.

19. Ramisha Fariha Baki, M. Akhtaruzzaman*, Tahsin Ahmed Refat, Mouneeta Rahman, Md Abdur Razzak5, Md Mahfuzul Karim Majumder, Md Adnanul Islam, Md Meftahul Ferdaus, Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, "Intelligent Head-bot, towards the Development of an AI Based Cognitive Platform", MIST International Journal of Science and Technology (MIJST)Volume-11, Issue-02.

Article in Proceedings:

1. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman*, ASM Baki billah,M. Akhtaruzzaman,"Au/Ag/TiO2 coated highly sensitive biosensor for Alcohol detection using photonic crystal fibers",3rd International Conference on Mechanical Engineering and Applied Sciences, 2025 (ICMEAS 2025), 25 August,2025

2. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, Abdur Rahim, Md Asikul Haque, Md Rasel Rana,Saniul Islam Limon,"Comprehensive Study on Different Line Coding for Optimizing Power and Range with WDM-FSO System for 5G Communication",1st International IEEE Conference on Quantum Photonics, Artificial Intelligence, and Networking (QPAIN), 1-2 August,2025

3. Ahmed, Abrar, Minhazul Islam Mahi, M. Akhtaruzzaman, Jamal Uddin Tanvin, Fahim Shahryer, Sachitra Halder, Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, and Md Shofiqul Islam. "Towards Designing a Medication Assistive Intelligent System with Automated Insulin-dose Prediction for Elderlies." In 2025 International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Communication Engineering (ECCE), pp. 1-6. IEEE, 2025.

4. Aminul Islam, M. Akhtaruzzaman, Shirin Sultana, Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman," Comparative Analysis of Traditional Business Models and Machine Learning Approaches for Business Improvement and Growth",1st International IEEE Conference on Quantum Photonics, Artificial Intelligence, and Networking (QPAIN), August 2025

5. M. T Rahman, A. S. M. Bakibillah, T. I. Yeamina, U. S. Tabassuma, T. R. Dhara, and M. Akhtaruzzaman. "Designing of OWC Systems with mmWave and Optical Modulations for Different Optical Bands." In 2025 IEEE International Conference on Automatic Control and Intelligent Systems (I2CACIS), vol. 1, pp. 99-104. IEEE, 2025.

6. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, A. S. M. Bakibillah, and Aloke Kumar Saha, "Modeling of 5G-Enabled Hybrid Visible Light Communication Systems for Autonomous Vehicles",2nd International Conference on Information and Communication Technology (ICICT), BUET, Bangladesh, 2024.

7. M.T Rahman, M.A Jahida, S.Y Anhaa, Md. Shohanur Rahmana, F. Azmi Orpya, A. S. M. Bakibillahb,"High-Capacity 1.28 Tb/s DWDM Transmission System for Free Space Optical Communication",6th IEEE ICECIE'2024 (2024 6th International Conference on Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Engineering (ICECIE)), Pataya, Thailand, Nov.2024.

8. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, Maria Haque, M Akhtaruzzaman, "Photometric Analysis in Designing 5G Enabled Smart Indoor-Campus Network Using VLC", 6th International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Information & Communication Technology (ICEEICT), 2024/5/2.

9. M Akhtaruzzaman, Md Shofiqul Islam, Fahim Shahryer, Muammer Din Arif, Md Sazib Mollik, Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, Md Mahbubur Rahman, Mohammad Kamrul Hasan, Shugata Ahmed, Md Ashrafuzzaman, "Designing Optimal Parameters for Single-Axis Solar-Tracker through Analysis of Sun-Path and Tracking Vector Dynamics”, 6th International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Information & Communication Technology (ICEEICT), 2024.

10. Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, Tasnim Sabiha, “Dispersion Compensating using Chirped Fiber Bragg Grating for Multiple Optical Bands", 32nd International Telecommunication Networks and Applications (ITNAC) 2022.

11. MT Rahman, M Nur-a-Alam, R Ahmed, K Hossain, A Haque, “Performance Analysis of WDM-PON Radio over Fiber network system using Multi-Pump Raman Amplifier", 31st International Telecommunication Networks and Applications (ITNAC) 2021

12. M T Rahman, Prem kuman, Masuduzzaman Bakaul, Rajendran Parthiban, “Approaches of Gigabit class Transmission for VLC with µLED based WDM system”, International Conference on Optical & Wireless Technologies (OWT2019), April-2019, India

13. M T Rahman, Rajendran Parthiban, Masuduzzaman Bakaul, “Integration and Evaluation of Hybrid RoF-VLC Network”, IEEE 8th International Conference on Photonics (ICP) - ICP2020, March, Kuantan, Malaysia

14. M T Rahman, Masuduzzaman Bakaul, Rajendran Parthiban, “Analysis of the effects of multiple reflection paths on high-speed VLC system performance”, International Telecommunication Networks and Applications Conference (ITNAC 2018) Nov, Sydney, Australia

15. M T Rahman, M.K. Alam, M.S. Jamil, M.R. Islam, K. Abdullah, “An Efficient Modulation Technique to Mitigate Nonlinearities in Optical OFDM”, Australasian Telecommunication Networks and Applications Conference (ATNAC 2014) Nov, Melbourne, Australia, published ©2014 IEEE Explore, page- 189

16. S.Jamal, M.T.Rahman, K.Abdullah, H.A.M. Ramli, A.F. Ismail,” BER Performance of OFDM System with the Effect of Error Control Code”, Australasian Telecommunication Networks and Applications Conference (ATNAC-2014), Melbourne, Australia, ©2014 IEEE Explore, page- 228

17. M. T. Rahman, Khaizuran Abdullah, “Energy Efficient Modulation technique on 10Gb/s Coherent detection optical OFDM”, International Conference on Information and Communications Technology Convergence 2015, Korea. published ©2014 IEEE Explore

18. M.N.H. Khan, T.S. Gunawan, M.T. Rahman, S.Khan,” Leakage Current Different Paths With Different Switching Conditions”, International Conference on Computer & Communication Engineering 2014 (ICCCE 2014) , 23-25 September 2014, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

19. M T Rahman, Rajendran Parthiban, “Modeling and Analysis of Multi-Channel Gigabit Class CWDM-VLC System”, Advanced Engineering Colloquium (AEC) 2019, Monash University, Malaysia.

20. Md Shofiqul Islam Abrar ahmed, Minhazul Islam Mahi, M Akhtaruzzaman, Jamal Uddin tanvin, Fahim shahryer, Sachitra halder, Muhammad Towfiqur Rahman, “Towards designing a medication assistive intelligent system with automated insulin dose prediction for elderlies”, 4th International Conference on Electrical, Computer and Communication Engineering (ECCE), CUET- 2025

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